Healthcare & Health Science
The healthcare field is vast, employing over 22 million people in the U.S., with hundreds of job titles and a multitude of fields and career paths. The field isn’t limited to licensed medical professionals; but also provides opportunities in diagnostic, preventive, remedial, and therapeutic careers. Being a healthcare provider is well-suited for individuals who have an interest in human science and a strong desire to help others in a direct, hands-on way.
Further, healthcare opportunities are also available in research & development, advocacy & policy, education, business (administration, sales, marketing, operations, finance, human resources), consulting, and communications.
Healthcare settings vary broadly as well and include: hospitals, clinics, medical and dental practices; diagnostic imaging facilities; long term care facilities; hospices; schools; governmental agencies; businesses and other private, public, and nonprofit organizations.